Good morning, Tallahassee.

Residents in Tallahassee and north Florida captured photos of a SpaceX rocket launch with a striking contrail resembling a jellyfish on July 9, 2026 (an early morning sight) that sparked local excitement.

Early risers in Tallahassee & north Florida witnessed a 'space jellyfish' effect when a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket lifted off from Cape Canaveral last Thursday at 5:25 a.m. as the sun lit its contrasting plume.

Tallahassee firefighters contained a structure fire at the Museum of Florida History on South Bronough Street after flames spread from an exterior construction area into the building walls + crews continue to check for hidden hot spots.

New Stage Theatreworks is opening the Broadway musical Jagged Little Pill tonight at Theatre Tallahassee at 1861 Thomasville Road to honor its late director Krystof Kage, who died five months ago.

The show will run until July 19.

Ceramic artist Mary Ellen Free, owner of River Oaks Pottery Studio (Bainbridge), will display 21 works as a featured artist at the upcoming Tallahassee LeMoyne Arts Through The Fire exhibition.

Her studio offers classes in wheel throwing and hand building for beginners and experienced potters.

Gov. DeSantis approved $92 million in state funding on June 29 to expand the FAMU-FSU College of Engineering with a new 164,000 sqft building at Innovation Park.

The project will add classrooms, teaching labs and collaborative spaces for students.

Today, the National Suicide Prevention Network launches a 16-hour ASIST workshop at the American Red Cross—1115 Easterwood Drive—for community members and professionals to gain life-saving skills, and a Stories of Hope event runs from 6 to 7:30 p.m.; sessions continue Saturday.

Leon County EMS earned the American Heart Association's Lifeline Gold Award and was named to the Heart Attack and Stroke Care Honor Roll for the ninth consecutive year, highlighting its fast, evidence-based emergency care + improved patient outcomes.

Florida State University sports scientist Michael Ormsbee advises people in their 40s to adapt their workouts using strength training + recovery, proper sleep, and balanced nutrition as natural changes affect muscle and metabolism.

He says consistency in these habits will support long-term health.

Florida State football welcomes Jalen Anderson, a former top JUCO star from Pearl River Community College battling for a starting role as an edge rusher.

Known as Joker (a nickname from his high school days), he plans to boost the Seminoles’ defense in the upcoming season.

FIFA World Cup champion Crystal Dunn joined the Tallahassee Reckoning ownership group today to help build a youth to professional women’s soccer pathway locally.

She will advise on strategy and investor engagement as the club expands its academy, pre-professional teams and future residential and stadium project.

FAMU’s Strike Tour returns today at Broward College’s Bailey Hall in Davie at 6 p.m., featuring coach Quinn Fordham Gray Sr., coach Charlie Ward, and coach Bridgette Gordon — the tour will then continue in Tampa at Love First Christian Center on Saturday, July 11 at 4 p.m.

Infinity Con

10 AM – 1 PM — Donald L. Tucker Civic Center — Tickets required — Explore the universes of sci-fi, comics, and gaming with creators and events for all ages.

Live Music at Summers Smokehouse

6-9 p.m. — Summers Smokehouse — Free entry — Enjoy an unplugged evening with Aidan Patrick and friends in Tallahassee's local hotspot.

Together Festival

12:00 – 11:59 PM — Tom Brown Park — Family-friendly fun — Experience a full day of community, culture, and engaging activities for all ages.

The 850 Band Live Performance

8:30 PM — Duke's & Dottie's — Free entry — Enjoy a long-awaited night of great tunes and cold drinks with The 850 Band.

Godby Class of 1986 Reunion

6 p.m. — AC Hotel Tallahassee Universities at the Capitol — $100 per person — Celebrate the 80s with food, drinks, and dancing at an unforgettable reunion night.

Tallahassee Beer Festival

2-6 p.m. — Donald L. Tucker Civic Center — Ticketed event — Experience North Florida’s largest beer festival with over 400 beverages and interactive fun.